The Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus is an approach recognizing the interconnections between the water, energy, and food sectors in supporting sustainable development.[1] In Myanmar, climate change is depleting water resources and affecting agriculture, making it crucial to effectively manage these three sectors in a way that honors their interdependence. To promote sustainable management of water, energy, and food, UN-Habitat Myanmar launched numerous projects under the Myanmar Climate Change Alliance Phase 2 Programme (MCCA2), funded by the European Union.

This case study focuses on two projects that exemplify MCCA2’s approach to the WEF nexus: the installation of a solar-powered water pumping station in Taung Gyi and a Community-Based Standalone Water Supply System in South Dagon township. Led by diverse groups of local community members, these solar-powered water systems are providing consistent, clean water access while supporting food security. By equipping local communities with the technical skills to operate these systems independently, MCCA2 has helped instill a greater sense of resilience and autonomy, improving prospects for income-generating activities, and reinforcing the WEF nexus.

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